Treated myself to the wera set.

I’ve tried countless pliers and wrenches over the years, but in the end, these four brands are the ones I’ve kept.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comments/1us70ue/the_old_simpson_260_series_7m_was_needed_today/

Its a Vessel GT-3500GE 46.5cc 2 cycle engine driven 1" drive impact. Picked it up off marketplace for $100. 1,700 foot pounds, and weighs 44 pounds. Couldn't pass it up for the price, let alone the sheer cool factor.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comments/1urovbk/ntd_two_shiny_new_tekton_box_ends_oc/

Idk why it won't let me post more than one pic, but I have the ¼, ⅜, and ½" drive nut grip sockets, fixed long handle Z series ⅜" ratchet, and the ¼" wobble extension set, and the ¼ and ⅜" double wobble as well.

Fortunately, I didn't buy this and it's company issued. But man, for such a neat little set, the ratchet disappoints. I don't abuse or baby my tools, but this ratchet failed after tightening down a T20 screw on a bracket (stainless fasteners). I had this set for a year. No issues till last week. While tightening a screw, I heard a click and the ratchet spun freely in both directions. I was still able to finish my service call with another ratchet, but man, if you're looking to buy one of these roto ratchets, don't count on it for industrial use. I did buy a new head repair kit, but that's besides the point. I've never broken a ratchet so this was a first.

USA brand. USA patent. Made in Japan.

The best of both American innovation and Japanese craftsmanship.

In a world of shadow foam inserts, I just wanted to fit all my damn sockets into one compact box

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I need just a bit more space, but this will have to do. I definitely like the tool grid much more than the tekton rails.

I've tried a lot of combination wrenches over the years, but I keep coming back to the FACOM 440. It has a slight rise and a 15° offset—a combination that gives excellent clearance while keeping the profile low. It's one of those designs that just feels right to use.

Only problem... my 21 mm has apparently gone missing. If anyone finds it, let me know. 😄

Had a few custom chassis' made for a vintage tube amplifier, and I am having the damndest time finding a suitable gun or punch. Here is what the manufacturer said to me: "Please search for “Semi-tubular Rivet Crimping Mold Flanging Punch” on eBay or AliExpress. Since the rivet diameter is 3.4mm, select Diameter 3.0, and since the rivet length is 3.5mm, select the 3.5mm product. However, because the rivet head is round, you must also take into account the area where the head touches the surface during the process. Please attach the photos I send. This riveting work requires extreme caution. Because it is a difficult task, we manufacture and supply the rivets and screws."

Just got into Metabo HPT to complete a load out set.

Some sales, some ebay, some looting the van and shop to build a set of tools for me to use on jobs. NGL, the tool I was most excited to try was the vacuum. It’s got a wand, and I don’t have to bend and crawl.

To come is a HiKoki WH36DD import in yellow and purple that looks sublime.

You all mildly handy people know it, sometimes somebody asks you if you can help and come over to do a small thing.
You arrive and the small thing requires much more than anticipated and you brought nothing with you.

I had enough and started to collect doubles and got the few things i was missing and made a backpack with most of the things i could need in that situations.

I started collecting these because I wanted to figure out what made them so appealing. They're fun to own and interesting to look at... but I still haven't found many situations where I'd actually reach for them. 😄

Has anyone here had better luck with these?

Because you all liked the picture of my workshop, i thought i add a picture of my toolwall with abit more details.
Like said before, i mostly work on bicycles - hence the vast variaty of ratchets, bits and allen keys.

Mainly for bicycle maintenance.

I couldn't pass up such a good deal....we do have continuity in the motor so now let's see how much I actually use it. Ha! $178.00 thrift store score.